How to travel from Como to Zurich

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Como to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €83.

Distance: 110 miles (178 km)

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Driving

€75

Average price

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€146

Average price

€87

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 23m

Average total duration

3h 53m

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30m

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4h 37m

Average total duration

4h 7m

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30m

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3h 55m

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55m

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3h 0m

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3h 9m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.1kg

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BlaBlaCar

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Swiss

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Como to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Como to Zurich:

A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Como to Zurich costing on average €75.

A bus is €121 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Como to Zurich costing on average €146.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 53m.

Bus takes on average 4h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Como and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Como to Zurich among Omio's users.

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from Como to Zurich

How to get from Como to Zurich by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Como to Zurich is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Itabus2494
    7:50 AM3h25
    Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    11:15 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    191One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2494
    7:50 AM3h25
    Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    11:15 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    191One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SwissLX1623
    7:25 PM0h55
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    8:20 PMZurich Airport
    2461One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SBBB 2 2059 | 2059 · S 10 30784 | 30784 · IC 2 894 | 894
    8:02 PM2h53
    Como
    10:55 PMZurich HB
    511One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBB 2 2059 | 2059 · S 10 30784 | 30784 · IC 2 894 | 894 · S 5 18588 | 18588
    8:02 PM3h12
    Como
    11:14 PMZurich Altstetten
    521One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBB 2 2059 | 2059 · S 10 30784 | 30784 · IC 2 894 | 894 · RE 48 4942 | 4942
    8:02 PM3h08
    Como
    11:10 PMZürich Oerlikon
    521One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:05 PM7h15
    Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni)
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    431One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6337 · VY6246
    9:45 PM11h00
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    8:45 AMZurich Airport
    1741One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6339 · VY6246
    7:15 PM13h30
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    8:45 AMZurich Airport
    1811One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6335 · VY6246
    6:20 PM14h25
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    8:45 AMZurich Airport
    1811One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Como to Zurich

Travel to Zurich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Como to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Como and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Como to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Como to Zurich:

A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Como to Zurich costing on average €75.

A bus is €121 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Como to Zurich costing on average €146.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 53m.

Bus takes on average 4h 7m.

The distance from Como to Zurich is approximately 110 miles (178 km).
The average frequency per day from Como to Zurich is:
  • Around 41 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Como and Zurich as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Como to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Como San Giovanni and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Como to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, Itabus, FlixBus, Calanda Viaggi to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with Swiss to go to Zurich by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Como to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Calanda Viaggi.
  • 11 direct trains per day with Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
  • 7 direct flights per day with Swiss.
Omio customers who travel from Como to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.

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